Does vibration therapy speed up post-exercise muscle recovery?

In 2011, a study has demonstrated the beneficial effects of vibration therapy on alleviating delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and enhancing the recovery of range of motion following eccentric exercise, although it shows no significant impact on muscle strength recovery or serum creatine kinase levels. Exercise enthusiasts and athletes alike are no strangers to the discomfort of delayed-onset muscle soreness, typically experienced after intense or unfamiliar … Continue reading Does vibration therapy speed up post-exercise muscle recovery?

Does soft tissue release help relieve muscle soreness?

In 2009, Micklewright, et. al., conducted study about Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) which is a common discomfort experienced after intense exercise. Researchers are constantly exploring various interventions to alleviate this sensation, one of which is soft tissue release (STR). This pilot study aimed to investigate the effects of STR on DOMS following eccentric elbow extensions. A mixed-subjects experimental design was employed, with twenty male … Continue reading Does soft tissue release help relieve muscle soreness?